Original U.S. WWII Airborne Parachute Pigeon Cage Drop Cage Basket Snider Rifle Parts which saw extensive service during

which saw extensive service during the war

It does have a crossed out regimental marking on the lower barrel band

Blade length: 11 3/4”

with holes drilled into the bore through the bottom in two locations

usually referred to as the "Slant Breech"

Original U.S. WWII Airborne Parachute Pigeon Cage Drop Cage Basket Snider Rifle Parts which saw extensive service duringOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an original WWII Airborne Signal Corps drop cage which was designed to carry eight homing pigeons and is complete with the hanging suspension lines and hook. Its in great shape overall. This specially designed cage allowed 8 birds to be safely dropped where needed. As long as the pilot followed procedures, the birds could reach their destination. It measures: 17 inches in diameter and is 7 inches tall. The